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Middle East news — August 1, 2026 - Page 112

Publications tagged with Middle East published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 112 of 186.

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  2. WorldMiddle East

    Havana International Book Fair Returns with Russia as Guest Country

    The Havana International Book Fair (FILH) will take place from August 10 to 16, featuring Russia as the invited country. The event will offer around 1,300 new literary releases and commercialize over two million copies of classic, contemporary, and electronic titles. Russia will present a wide range of its literature and a cultural program including a film exhibition. Delegations from at least six countries are expected to participate. The Fair was initially scheduled for February but was postponed due to the US oil blockade against Cuba.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Hero of Russia Golovin Proposes Single Resource for Supporting People's Defense Industry

    Hero of Russia Vladislav Golovin has proposed creating a single resource to support small productions and volunteer workshops that produce necessary frontline products. The resource would provide clear information about available support measures such as grants, low-interest loans, subsidies, and training programs. United Russia plans to organize a platform for representatives of the people's defense industry to discuss problems and propose solutions. Golovin emphasized that such workshops can become part of army supply and a source of new developments.
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  5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle East

    Poland Summons Russian Ambassador Over Missile Strike

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had summoned the Russian ambassador following the fall of a Russian guided missile on Polish territory. The incident occurred near Lublin and is being investigated by Polish and Ukrainian authorities. The Russian ambassador, Georgiy Michno, denied that a Russian rocket had fallen near Lublin when questioned by journalists after the meeting.
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  7. PoliticsExecutiveLocal GovMiddle East

    Andy Burnham's Devolution Push: Mayors to Keep Share of Taxes

    Andy Burnham has vowed to take power out of Westminster by allowing mayors to keep a share of income tax and business rates collected in their regions. The move aims to give local leaders more resources to improve public transport, build homes, and create jobs. The plans will be unveiled in full by Chancellor John Healey in his December budget. However, the Conservative Party and Liberal Democrats have raised concerns about the policy.
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  8. PoliticsLocal GovPeaceMiddle East

    Litres Removes Books About Pavel Durov After He's Labeled 'Extremist'

    The largest online service for e-books and audiobooks in Russia, Litres, has removed books about Pavel Durov from sale after he was labeled an 'extremist' by Russian authorities. The books, 'Durov's Code' and its sequel, were written by journalist Nikolai Kononov. Litres stated that they are complying with Russian legislation. Other businesses have also started removing products related to Durov.
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  12. PoliticsMiddle EastCentral Asia

    Street Fighter Movie Unleashes Jason Momoa's Wildest Look Yet as Blanka

    Paramount Pictures and Legendary have released a special Street Fighter clip featuring Jason Momoa as Blanka. The footage shows Blanka, a wild beast, facing off against Andrew Koji's Ryu in a cage fight. Blanka uses his signature electric ability while Ryu employs his Hadouken energy attack. The movie also stars Noah Centineo as Ken Masters, Callina Liang as Chun-Li, Roman Reigns as Akuma, Cody Rhodes as Guile, and Orville Peck as Vega. Kitao Sakurai is directing the film, which hits theaters on October 16, 2026.
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  14. PoliticsPeaceTreatyMiddle East

    Hamas Agrees to Disarmament in Gaza

    Hamas has agreed to disarmament in Gaza as part of a peace plan, with conditions including Israeli withdrawal and international oversight. The agreement, brokered by the US and regional mediators, involves Hamas handing over its weapons to a Palestinian National Committee, with an international force overseeing the process. Israel has been skeptical about Hamas' commitment to the deal.
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  22. WorldMiddle East

    U.S. Secretary of State on ICC Legitimacy and Middle East Peace

    U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has described the International Criminal Court (ICC) as an illegitimate organization. He also highlighted diplomatic successes in the Middle East, including an unprecedented agreement between Lebanon and Israel, and Hamas's approval of disarmament as achievements. While acknowledging ongoing work, he considers maintaining and building upon this peace an achievable goal.
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